How To Fix HRPAYSE_MTS014 - Validation check: if col. 037 exists, col. 274 must not exist

HRPAYSE_MTS014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYSE_MTS - Monthly tax statement

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Validation check: if col. 037 exists, col. 274 must not exist

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HRPAYSE_MTS014 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYSE_MTS014 indicates a validation check failure in the payroll process, specifically related to the fields in the payroll results. The error message states that if column 037 (which typically represents a specific wage type or payroll result) exists, then column 274 (which may represent another wage type or payroll result) must not exist. This is a logical validation rule to ensure data integrity in payroll processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be an incorrect entry in the payroll results where both columns 037 and 274 are populated, which violates the validation rule.
  Configuration Issue: The payroll schema or rules may not be correctly configured, leading to the generation of both columns when only one should exist.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they might be causing both columns to be populated incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employee in